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The agency emphasized that its mandate is not to interfere with lawful business activities but to combat the illegal trade in counterfeit products.
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi says the strategy is aimed at speeding up industrialisation and expanding key infrastructure by bringing in private capital alongside public funding
A major share has gone to input support measures, with Sh18 billion allocated to the fertiliser subsidy programme to ease costs for farmers and improve harvests. Another Sh2 billion has been set aside for seed subsidies, while Sh1 billion will fund efforts to revive coffee farming through the coffee seedlings programme.
To reverse the revenue slowdown, Mbadi said the government is accelerating the use of technology in tax administration, aimed at widening compliance and sealing loopholes.
The CS noted that the fiscal outlook has been strained by weaker-than-expected revenue collection, rising wage obligations, and emergency spending demands that have constrained government finances
Treasury CS John Mbadi says the government is using public-private partnerships, the National Infrastructure Fund, and strategic investments to deliver roads, energy, water, and industrial projects while safeguarding fiscal sustainability
The allocation follows a long-running dispute between the National Assembly and the Senate over the Division of Revenue Bill, 2026, which delayed agreement on how national revenue would be shared. The matter was resolved after seven mediation sessions that produced a final compromise.
The funds will go to hospitals and clinics whose confirmed claims do not exceed Sh10 million, as the State moves to address a backlog of unpaid bills estimated at between Sh30 billion and Sh33 billion across the country.
Speaking during the presentation of the 2026/27 Budget Statement in the National Assembly on Thursday, Mbadi said the reform will eliminate manual procurement processes and close all exemptions, stating: “Beginning July 1, 2026 there will be no exemption to procure outside the system,” as the government pushes for greater transparency and accountability in public spending.
The Treasury CS reported that between 2022 and 2025, the economy expanded at an average rate of 5 per cent, outperforming the global average of 3.4 per cent and the Sub-Saharan Africa average of 4.1 per cent.
Mbadi said the fund has grown into one of the largest financial inclusion interventions in the country, reaching millions of Kenyans who were previously locked out of formal lending systems.
Mbadi pointed to ongoing interventions aimed at shielding households from fuel-related shocks, including stabilisation measures introduced in April 2026.
Wetang’ula emphasized that the Constitution does not place any obligation on the President to attend the budget presentation, noting that the process is handled by the National Treasury and Parliament.
New York City temporarily renamed parts of its streets for Thierry Henry and Pele as World Cup celebrations ramp up. “Thierry Henry Way” was unveiled in downtown Manhattan, while a Queens intersection was renamed in honour of Pele until November 1.
The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) says charges against Nairobi City County’s Urban Planning Technical Committee members should be based on individual evidence, not “blanket” liability, after the South C collapse.
John Mbadi arrived at Parliament Buildings with a marked budget vehicle and security escort ahead of the 3pm Budget reading for 2026/27, where he is expected to present Sh4.84 trillion spending.
The UDA MP noted that several discussions are ongoing between Kenya and foreign partners, with some expected to unlock opportunities in areas such as renewable energy, trade and labour mobility.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says Kenya is pushing reforms to strengthen action on gender-based violence and femicide. The State is implementing recommendations already underway, while further proposals move through Cabinet approval and Parliament for legal backing.
The four-time world champions' main concern has been the high transportation costs associated with the tournament. Train tickets, which normally cost $12.90 (£9.50) from central New York to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey—where Germany will face Ecuador in their final Group E match on June 25—were increased to $150 for the tournament before later being reduced to $98.
The development is anchored on JKIA’s long-term master plan running up to 2045, which outlines phased expansion works, future capacity needs and investment priorities meant to reshape airport operations over the coming decades.
State House is among the highest spenders on foreign travel, coming second only to the Foreign Affairs department. During the review period, State House spent Sh1.3 billion on foreign travel and Sh69 million on local travel.
The National Assembly Trade committee has launched investigations into an imported raw sugar consignment linked to Mombasa Sugar Refinery after concerns over traceability, safety details, and movement from Mombasa to Nairobi and Kisumu.
Official records indicate that one Kenyan was rescued from Cambodia in 2023, but between February and June 2026 alone, 360 Kenyans were repatriated from the country.
His remarks come against the backdrop of growing public attention on the budget, particularly after heated debate over tax-related proposals and concerns about the rising cost of living.
The State Department for Housing has asked Parliament to amend the Finance Bill, 2026, to allow KRA to recover unremitted Affordable Housing Levy deductions as civil debt. Affordable Housing Board officials cite enforcement gaps and unpaid amounts exceeding Sh100 billion.
Hajji's bid comes as he seeks to represent a constituency that has previously been held by some of Kenya's best-known political figures. Lang’ata was represented by the late Prime Minister Raila Odinga from 1992 to 2013 under different political parties before Joash Olum, who served between 2013 and 2017. Nixon Korir, now PS for Lands, held the seat from 2017 to 2022 before being succeeded by the current MP, Felix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang'o.
According to the CS, the budget-making process was designed to ensure that public views were not only collected but also considered before final decisions were made.
According to the comedian, his introduction to alcohol started when his family moved from Nairobi to the countryside while he was in Class Six.
The 2013 General Election cost about Sh25 billion, driven by the introduction of biometric voter registration systems. In 2017, the cost rose to about Sh49.9 billion following expanded technology use, while the 2022 election cost about Sh44.6 billion.
Ahead of the reading of the 2026/27 national budget, Kesses MP Julius Rutto told Radio Generation that Kenya’s import reliance and rising debt threaten stability. He urged stronger agriculture, local industry and job creation.